Planning Your Healthcare in Advance

Medical decisions are already complicated, but what if you were incapacitated and someone else had to make those choices for you? Would they make the same decision as you? Establishing an advanced will and directive ensures that your wishes are always respected.

Voicing Your Choices

Creating an Advanced Will and Directive is essential for comprehensive life planning. It covers both asset distribution and specific medical care instructions for incapacity. This document enables individuals to express their medical wishes, detailing preferences for treatments and life-sustaining measures when communication is not possible, including decisions about resuscitation and organ donation. By clearly stating healthcare preferences, it helps prevent family disputes during challenging times, providing a legally binding guide for medical professionals and family members. Additionally, the Advanced Will and Directive ensure that medical decisions align with an individual's personal values and beliefs, securing ethical and moral considerations in healthcare choices.

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Clarity During Crisis

An Advanced Will and Directive covers crucial aspects of medical decision-making. It provides detailed instructions regarding treatments, end-of-life care, and organ donation. This section may also appoint a healthcare proxy to make decisions on behalf of the individual if they cannot. Similar to a traditional will, an Advanced Will designates an executor to oversee asset distribution and ensure the individual's wishes are carried out. Seeking assistance from an attorney with expertise can help you navigate the complexities, and ensure legal requirements are met. We help customize your plan to meet specific needs, making sure every possibility is covered.

In Control: Crafting Your Living Will

It's difficult to think about what could happen if you were rendered incapacitated, or unable to dictate decisions for yourself. Planning ahead allows you to live every day knowing that they're protected.

  • Medical Treatment Preferences

    We'll help you clearly state your preferences regarding medical treatments such as resuscitation, life support, pain management, and organ donation. It's important to be specific about the circumstances under which you would like these treatments or interventions.

  • Healthcare Proxy or Agent

    Consider appointing a healthcare proxy or agent in your living will. This person will make medical decisions on your behalf if you're unable to do so. Choose someone you trust and discuss your preferences with them.

  • Communication with Family and Healthcare Providers

    Share your living will and its contents with your family members and healthcare providers. This ensures that everyone is aware of your wishes and can help avoid potential conflicts or misunderstandings. Often times it is recommended to keep the original copy of your living will in a safe and accessible place. Provide copies to your healthcare proxy, family members, and healthcare providers. Some states also have registries where you can store your living will for easy access.

  • Integration with Estate Planning

    Integrate your living will into your broader estate planning. Ensure that it aligns with other legal documents, such as your last will and testament, and any trusts you may have established.

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Establishing an Advanced Will and Directive is a proactive step towards ensuring that your wishes are honored. Warren & Fontana can provide valuable guidance and peace of mind that your document is legally sound and comprehensive.

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